Interieur van de Stephansdom te Wenen gezien naar het koor 1907

This photograph, by Würthle & Sohn, captures the interior of St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna, with a focus on the choir. It's all about the sepia tones, a limited palette that turns the architectural details into almost abstract patterns. Looking at the image, you can almost feel the cool stone and the vastness of the space. The light seems to be playing tricks, creating a soft, diffused effect that blurs the edges of the columns and arches. Check out how the details of the sculptures almost disappear into the shadows, becoming more about texture than distinct forms. The eye is drawn down the central corridor, a play of light and shadow that makes the space feel endless. It reminds me a bit of Piranesi’s etchings, with their dramatic perspectives and moody atmosphere, but here it’s filtered through the lens of photography, a different kind of looking. Ultimately, the image captures not just a place, but also a feeling, a sense of awe and mystery that lingers long after you've moved on.